黄冈市2023年高三年级9月调研考试
英语试题
注意事项：
1. 答题前，考生务必将自己的学校、班级、姓名、准考证号填写在答题卷指定位置，认真核对与准考证号条形码上的信息是否一致，并将准考证号条形码粘贴在答题卷上的指定位置。
2. 选择题的作答：选出答案后，用2B铅笔把机读卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。答在试题卷上无效。
3. 非选择题的作答：用黑色墨水的签字笔直接答在答题卷上的每题所对应的答题区域内。答在试题卷上或答题卷指定区域外无效。
4. 考试结束，监考人员将答题卷收回，考生自己保管好试题卷，评讲时带来。
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节(共5 小题;每小题 1. 5 分，满分7. 5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
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What will Michael do for holiday
A. Climb Mount Tai. B. Go to the seaside. C. Go somewhere near.
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How much does the woman have to borrow from Jack
A. $15. 00. B. $5. 00. C. $50. 00.
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Where is the woman’s husband now
A. In Shanghai. B. In Chengdu. C. In Nanjing.
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How did Helen read the book
A. He read it backwards. B. He read parts of it. C. He finished it without stopping.
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What are the speakers talking about
A. The woman’s stay here.
B. The woman’s experience here.
C. The woman’s friends here.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1. 5分，满分22. 5分)
听下面 5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟;听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间，每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
6. What was Tom doing during the earthquake
A. Crying. B. Escaping. C. Sleeping.
7. How was Tom when the earthquake took place
A. He was ill. B. He was helpless. C. He was frightened.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
8. What style of swimming does the man like best
A. The freestyle stroke. B. The breast stroke. C. The back stroke.
9. What is the possible relationship between the two speakers
A. Relatives. B. Colleagues. C. Classmates.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
10. Where did the man arrive
A. New York. B. London. C. Beijing.
11. When did the man arrive
A. At 12:00 p. m. B. At 11:00 p. m. C. At 11:30 p. m.
12. What is not inside the man’s bag
A. His wallet. B. His passport. C. His membership cards.
13. What will the woman do next
A. Call the man back within an hour.
B. Cancel the card with the credit company.
C. Ask others to find the bag.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
14. What is the woman doing
A. Hosting a program.
B. Having her bicycle repaired.
C. Conducting a market survey.
15. What did Mr. Smith do before opening the bicycle shop
A. He repaired bicycles. B. He served as a consultant. C. He worked as a salesman.
16. Why did the man open a bicycle shop
A. He wanted to be his own boss.
B. He found it more profitable.
C. He didn’t want to be in too much debt.
17. What do we learn about the people working in the shop
A. They work five days a week.
B. They are all the man’s friends.
C. They are paid by the hour.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
18. Who may be the speaker
A. A presenter. B. An author. C. A doctor.
19. What do we know about George Alagiah
A. He died of cancer in 2014.
B. He revealed millions of ordinary people’s life.
C. He received better NHS screening for bowel (肠) cancer.
20. What will be probably discussed next
A. Ann Little’s adventure. B. George Alagiah’s whole life. C. Some interesting stories.
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题 2. 5 分，满分37. 5 分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
The best places for wild sleeping in England and Wales
Challacombe Meadows, Devon
Best for: privacy
Challacombe Meadows is close to miles of walking trails near Widecombe. Basic toilet facilities and running water are a short walk away, and there’s a cosy pub and a farm shop also nearby, for when it’s time to return to civilization. Tents from 45 per tent.
Bush Farm, Cornwall
Best for: freedom of choice
At Bush Farm, campers are offered the freedom of choice. Map in hand, you can put up your tent wherever you please. Days can be spent wild swimming, wandering through the countryside and, come the evening, there’s star gazing beneath ink-black skies. Tents from 12 per person.
The Wildman Woods, Carmarthenshire
Best for: life on the riverbanks
At this little-known site, you can put your tent on the banks of the River Sawdde. The Wildman Woods are as simple as they sound, with leafy pitches scattered among the trees near the water. During the day, it’s the perfect place for a paddle. Tents from 10 per person.
Penrhos Isaf Bothy, Gwyned
Best for: packing light
Bothies, simple huts traditionally used as mountain refuges that are open to all and free of charge. They’re a great alternative to wild camping if the weather is looking unstable and you don’t mind sharing with other travellers, who can arrive at any time.
21. Which place best suits people who emphasize private camping
A. Challacombe Meadows, Devon. B. Bush Farm, Cornwall.
C. The Wildman Woods, Carmarthenshire. D. Penrhos Isaf Bothy, Gwyned.
22. What can campers do at Bush Farm, Cornwall
A. Swim indoors. B. Go to the pub. C. Appreciate stars. D. Walk downtown.
23. What do the listed places have in common
A. They are free of charge.
B. They are suitable for a paddle.
C. They were used as mountain shelters in the past.
D. They are favored by people enjoying wild sleeping.
B
The daughter of a romantic poet and occasional freedom fighter, Ada Lovelace had a famous but absent father. She never knew Lord Byron, as just weeks after her birth in 1815, he divorced her mother Isabella Milbanke Byron and left to fight in the Greek War of Independence. In an effort to prevent Ada from developing her father’s unpredictable temper, Isabella decided that her daughter should devote her life to study.
Ada studied hard despite the fact that society did not encourage women pursuing interests in science. Her life changed when she met inventor Charles Babbage at a party. As he demonstrated a working section of his mechanical calculator, Ada was taken in by how it worked and wanted to know more. Impressed by the 17-year-old’s obvious passion, Babbage became her tutor. Ada married in 1835 and became a mother, but she continued to take an active interest in study, socialising in intellectual circles with the likes of Charles Dickens and Michael Faraday.
Ada stayed in contact with Babbage, who in 1837 had proposed a new machine, the analytical engine. In 1843, Ada was asked to translate a French text written by engineer Luigi Menabrea about Babbage’s new design. After completing the translation, Ada was encouraged by Babbage to write her own notes on his work.
After nine months of hard work, Ada presented Babbage with a detailed list of notes that was three times longer than the original article. In her calculations, Ada wrote what are considered the first ever computer algorithms to be used in a new type of machine. She essentially provided the first ideas for computer programming in what was a groundbreaking proposal on the potential of computers.
Ada died of cancer aged only 36 and her work was largely recognised until the 1950s when her notes were republished. In 1979 the US Department of Defence named a programming language ‘Ada’ in her honour.
24. What can we learn about Ada from the first paragraph
A. She had a devoted father. B. Her mother raised her up alone.
C. She had an unpredictable temper. D. Her parents divorced before her birth.
25. Who aroused her interest in mathematics and computer engineering
A. Charles Dickens. B. Michael Faraday.
C. Luigi Menabrea. D. Charles Babbage.
26. Which words can best describe Ada
A. Modest and outgoing. B. Talented and diligent.
C. Generous and considerate. D. Determined and independent.
27. What can be inferred from the last paragraph
A. Ada’s notes were published only once.
B. Ada named a programming language after herself.
C. Ada earned a reputation nearly a century after her death.
D. Ada’s work was largely recognized when she was alive.
C
One of the most curious features of the modern world is the manner in which design has been widely transformed into something meaningless. But I want to argue design should be the crucial block on which the human environment is shaped and constructed for the betterment and delight of all.
Not surprisingly in the absence of widespread agreement about its significance and value, much confusion surrounds design practice. In some subject areas, authors can assume common ground with readers. Other subject areas can be so difficult that ho such mutual understanding exists.
Design sits uncomfortably between these two extremes. As a word it is common enough, but it is full of disharmony, has innumerable manifestations (表现), and lacks boundaries that give clarity and definition. As a practice, design generates vast quantities of material, much of it ephemeral, only a small proportion of which has sustained quality.
So how can design be understood in a meaningful sense Design is one of the basic characteristics of what it is to be human, and an essential determinant of the quality of human life. If things are a necessary part of our existence, why are they often done so badly There is no simple answer. Cost factors are sometimes advanced, but the remove between doing something well or badly can be exceedingly small, and cost factors can in fact be reduced by appropriate design inputs.
This book is based on a belief that design matters profoundly to us all in innumerable ways and represents an area of huge, underutilized potential in life. It sets out to explore some reasons why this is so and to suggest some possibilities of change. The intention is to extend the range of what is understood by the term, and examine the depth of design practice as it affects everyday life in a diversity of cultures.
28. What is paragraph 2 of the text mainly about
A. The causes of confusion. B. The significance of design.
C. The differences in subjects. D. The common ground in people.
29 What does the underlined word “ephemeral” in Paragraph 3 mean
A. Meaningful. B. Enormous. C. Short-lived. D. Hard-wearing.
30. What do we know about design
A. Design is just about arts or trends.
B. Cost factors account for inadequate design.
C. The author argues that design is meaningless .
D. Very few are incapable of improvement by proper design.
31. What is the book aimed at
A. Reducing design inputs. B. Persisting in meaningful design practices.
C. Denying previous conception of design. D. Clarifying the confusion surrounding design.
D
The sales pitches tempt: Blue-light-blocking glasses are supposed to protect eyes from the effects of short-wavelength light emitting from our smartphones, computer screens and LED lights. Given how much time we spend on our devices, this sounds like a smart investment, right After all, eye strain is a real issue and can lead to poor sleep and even eye diseases. The glasses can cost $15 all the way up to several hundred dollars. But do they work
Elizabeth Esparaz, an ophthalmologist (眼科专家) based in Cleveland, Ohio, says the science that manufacturers share as they promote these glasses can be confusing. For starters, blue light is not just about tech devices, and it’s not always bad. “The sun emits a much higher intensity of blue light than human-made devices, of course, and it’s actually beneficial,” says Dr. Esparaz. It helps our mood, alertness and sleep-wake cycle.
The problem is blue light at night: It contains the release of melatonin. “Melatonin helps regulate our circadian rhythms (生理节奏) and makes us sleepy,” says Dr. Esparaz.
So, in theory, wearing blue-light-blocking glasses should help people who watch movies in bed or read from a tablet at night avoid sleeplessness. A 2021 review study from the University of Oklahoma that looked at 24 previous studies found that people affected by sleep disorders, jet lag and shift work fell asleep faster after using these glasses.
As for eye strain, a 2021 Australian study showed that those wearing the glasses did not experience less eye strain than those using clear glasses. And a 2018 review study, also by Australian researchers, found insufficient evidence that they prevent certain eye diseases.
“These glasses aren’t going to be harmful,” says Dr. Esparaz, But, she adds, a lack of standardization in the industry means there’s no way to know if one pair is better than another. A more reliable solution: Turn on the blue-light-filtering function on your devices and limit screen time before bed. To help with eye strain, Dr. Esparaz suggests taking breaks and using lubricating eye drops.
32. What is Dr. Esparaz’s attitude toward business publicity
A. Unclear. B. Dismissive. C. Approving. D. Doubtful.
33. What can we learn about blue light from the first two paragraphs
A. It can be beneficial. B. It may facilitate sleep.
C It actually causes health issues. D. It merely comes from digital devices.
34. Australian studies found that wearing blue-light-blocking glasses_________.
A. helps prevent eye disease B. are not harmful to eyesight
C. contributes to no less eye strain D. benefits those with sleep disorders
35. What might be the best title of this passage
A. Blue-light-blocking Glasses: Your Best Choice
B. Blue-light-blocking Glasses: Good or Bad
C. Blue-light-blocking Glasses: A Good Business
D. Blue-light-blocking Glasses: Smart and Cool
第二节(共5 小题;每小题 2. 5分，满分12. 5分)
阅读下面短文, 从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Self-Improvement
Life can be a whirlwind of responsibilities and stress, but the right focus goes a long way towards ensuring you become a better person. ____36____ Keep reading to learn how you can go about your self-improvement journey.
____37____ Everyone needs something to live for, so think about what you want in life. Not only can struggling for something make you a happier and better person, but it can also help you find your purpose. Use a pen and paper and write down the short and long-term goals you would like to achieve.
Forgiving yourself and others can help you improve relationships. To be a better person, it’s important to have a go at forgiving any hatreds you’re holding. Allow yourself time to forgive your past mistakes and recognize what they’ve taught you. ____38____You may not be able to forget what they’ve done, that’s okay, but forgiveness can give you peace of mind.
Everyone has flaws, but you can concentrate on improving yours. Notice how your behavior and attitude affect others. Are people generally happy or sad around you ____39____
Answering these questions and analyzing your interactions with them can help you discover and perfect your weaknesses.
Imagine what someone’s been through can give you a new perspective. Empathy is one of the first steps to being a better person because it builds your compassion. Not only does cultivating empathy help you be more sensitive toward other people, but it also helps you form lasting relationships and feel less isolated. ____40____
A. Do friends come to you for help or advice
B. Then, forgive those who have hurt you in the past.
C Are people around you talented in improving themselves
D. Learning from one’s mistakes is a step to forgiving oneself.
E. Positive aspirations can give you something to thrive for.
F. Being empathic helps you gain a friend while challenging your perspective.
G. There’s something you can do every day to better yourself in different ways.
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题 1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
By the time I was a junior at Yale, I’d already met everyone I cared to know. I also knew those I didn’t want to know, including Maxey. He and I were like planets in different ____41____ .
Everything changed dramatically when we had a field trip for a weekend. Although I was____42____, I could get along well with others except Maxey who still made me____43____. I couldn’t think of anything to say to him. When he walked up to me and stuck out his hand, I just ____44____ it quickly. We stood awkwardly for a few minutes. When someone tried to get my attention, Maxey politely ____45____. That last morning, when we discussed how to return home, he insisted I ride home on the back of his motorcycle. I said I thought it was a terrible ____46____ and I wanted to refuse, but Maxey ____47____ a helmet at me. ” I wanted to give you a____48____. You didn’t seem to like me. I want you to like me.” he said. Maxey started up the____49____ and we roared out of the driveway. The bike ____50____down the highway. I____51____ my arms around him and held on for dear____52____. Maybe our friendship started from that day.
We were now both 60 but my ____53____ with him remained strong. I was sure if I was in ____54____, Maxey would be there for me. I was ____55____sure that if he wanted my help, I would give it without hesitation.
41. A. districts B. countries C. venues D. orbits
42. A. lovely B. ordinary C. shy D. brave
43. A. nervous B. happy C. sad D. doubtful
44. A. observed B. shook C. waved D. ignored
45. A. backed off B. went on C. bounced off D. stepped forward
46. A. opinion B. position C. idea D. decision
47. A. aimed B. shot C. directed D. threw
48. A. service B. lift C. journey D. tour
49. A. truck B. car C. bike D. motorcycle
50. A. screamed B. rolled C. slipped D. wheeled
51. A. stretched B. wrapped C. raised D. opened
52. A. friend B. parents C. life D. love
53. A. cooperation B. bond C. privilege D. interval
54. A. harmony B. control C. relief D. trouble
55. A. equally B. eventually C. typically D. secretly
第二节(共10小题;每小题1. 5分, 满分15分)
阅读下面短文, 在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Hangzhou is recognized as the “City of Well-Being” in China. Hangzhou made its name ____56____(know) to the world in 2016 by hosting the G20 Summit. Blessed with pleasant cli- mate and few wars, Hangzhou has gradually formed ____57____(it) own urban character. ____58____busy Shanghai, you will slow down and relax once you are here. It seems that Hangzhou people don’t have many things to rush to in their ____59____(day) life. No wonder Hangzhou is expanding____60____(annual) by 500, 000 to 600, 000 people.
The lifestyle, however, was laid down by two historical men of letters. One was Bai Juyi, ____61____ rebuilt the West Lake and made a new bank____62____(benefit) the locals. People love him. When it comes to him, it doesn’t sound like one is talking about a person who ____63____(live) a thousand years ago. The other was Su Shi. His open-minded personality ____64____ diligence for his people left many much-told tales. Seemingly, _____65_____(mention) his name gives people joy even after a thousand years.
Surely, it will be even more brilliant in 2023 when it hosts the 19th Asian Games. Let’s look forward to it.
第四部分 写作(共两节, 满分40分)
第一节(满分15 分)
66. 近年来，许多城市都流行兴建“口袋公园”，曾经的社区边角地摇身一变，成了家门口高颜值的小公园，给市民带来了惊喜。假定你是李华，你所在的城市也逐渐建了一些口袋公园，为此你校英文报社正在组织以“Pocket Parks in My Eyes”为主题的征文活动，请你撰写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
(1)简要介绍“口袋公园”；
(2)阐述“口袋公园”的好处；
(3)号召绿色生活方式。
注意：(1)写作词数应为80左右；
(2)可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Pocket Parks in My Eyes
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第二节(满分 25 分)
67. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
The emergency doctor stood at the foot of my husband’s hospital bed, holding the test results and a diagnosis — Acute Myeloid Leukemia (骨髓白血病). He said to my husband, “Well move you to the leukemia floor. You’ll be here at least a month. ”
A month! My mind started spinning. My mom had fought breast cancer. My aunt had lung cancer. Both had died. But neither had been in hospital for a month! Exactly how bad was my husband’s diagnosis And how were we going to struggle for a month It was March. The end of a school year was approaching. My days with my high school students were limited. How could I prepare four weeks of lesson plans and hand them over to a substitute teacher A month! Could we afford being in the hospital that long Our insurance was good, but we’d still have to pay our part of the medical expenses. My meals wouldn’t be covered, and parking was so expensive! My head couldn’t do the math. I drove home, filled with countless worries. Even though the parking pass would be a significant discount, I couldn’t help but feel bothered by the cost throughout the drive.
The next morning, I packed the car with everything needed for our hospital stay and headed to school to see my students. Because we live in a small community, they would have heard about my husband’s diagnosis. I would assure them that my husband would be fine, and that I would be fine, too. I’d encourage them to be their best selves for the substitute-and for me—while I was on family leave.
When I entered my classroom, the chatter stopped. I put on a smile and continued to my podium (讲台). Sitting on top was a green envelope with “Mrs. Sargent” written on it. I looked over the frames of my glasses at twenty-eight faces, some smiling, some trying to resist. “What is this ” I asked. I picked up the envelope, and continued, “You guys…”
注意：(1)续写词数应为150 左右;
(2)开头已给出。
Paragraph 1:
When I opened the envelope, coins and dollar bills fell out — fives, tens, twenties.
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Paragraph 2:
As an adult in the room, I felt guilty and unwilling to accept these teenagers’ hard-earned money, but I decided to accept it.
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________黄冈市2023年高三年级9月调研考试
英语试题
注意事项：
1. 答题前，考生务必将自己的学校、班级、姓名、准考证号填写在答题卷指定位置，认真核对与准考证号条形码上的信息是否一致，并将准考证号条形码粘贴在答题卷上的指定位置。
2. 选择题的作答：选出答案后，用2B铅笔把机读卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑，如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。答在试题卷上无效。
3. 非选择题的作答：用黑色墨水的签字笔直接答在答题卷上的每题所对应的答题区域内。答在试题卷上或答题卷指定区域外无效。
4. 考试结束，监考人员将答题卷收回，考生自己保管好试题卷，评讲时带来。
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节(共5 小题;每小题 1. 5 分，满分7. 5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
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What will Michael do for holiday
A. Climb Mount Tai. B. Go to the seaside. C. Go somewhere near.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】W: Michael, have you decided what you are doing for holiday
M: It depends. I’d like to climb Mount Tai, but my parents prefer spending it at the seaside.
W: Since we only have a three-day holiday, I suggest going somewhere near.
M: Well, I’ll follow my parents’ advice.
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How much does the woman have to borrow from Jack
A. $15. 00. B. $5. 00. C. $50. 00.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】W: Jack, this dictionary costs 20 dollars, but I’ve only got 15 dollars.
M: I’ve got 50 dollars, so I can help you, and lend you the rest.
W: Thanks, Jack.
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Where is the woman’s husband now
A. In Shanghai. B. In Chengdu. C. In Nanjing.
【答案】A
【解析】
【原文】M: Has your husband returned from Chengdu yet
W: Yes, he came back just two days ago. But he’s leaving Shanghai for Nanjing next week.
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How did Helen read the book
A. He read it backwards. B. He read parts of it. C. He finished it without stopping.
【答案】B
【解析】
【原文】W: Helen, have you finished reading the book Mr Smith recommended
M: Oh, Jane, I didn’t read straight through the way you read a novel. I just covered a few chapters which interested me most.
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What are the speakers talking about
A. The woman’s stay here.
B. The woman’s experience here.
C. The woman’s friends here.
【答案】C
【解析】
【原文】M: Lucy, who is the woman over there Is that Mary
W: Yes. She’s been a close friend of mine for years.
M: Oh, I didn’t know that. You must have made a lot of friends since you settled here in 2010.
W: Oh, yeah, they’re very fine.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1. 5分，满分22. 5分)
听下面 5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟;听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间，每段对话或独白读两遍。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
6. What was Tom doing during the earthquake
A. Crying. B. Escaping. C. Sleeping.
7. How was Tom when the earthquake took place
A. He was ill. B. He was helpless. C. He was frightened.
【答案】6. C 7. A
【解析】
【原文】W: Have you heard that there was an earthquake in Shandong How about your son Tom
M: He stayed in bed at that time.
W: What do you mean Didn’t he try to get outside
M: No, he had got terrible flu. I think he must have been flat through the earthquake. He said it was noisy, then he woke up at 4:30 in the morning, still feeling terrible with the flu, head spinning, nose running.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
8. What style of swimming does the man like best
A. The freestyle stroke. B. The breast stroke. C. The back stroke.
9. What is the possible relationship between the two speakers
A Relatives. B. Colleagues. C. Classmates.
【答案】8. C 9. B
【解析】
【原文】W: Do you often swim
M: Yes, as long as I can find the time, I like swimming best.
W: What style of swimming do you like best
M: I like the back best. I am good at freestyle stroke, but I usually use breast stroke as it keeps me from getting tired. Can you swim How about going for a swim after work
W: Oh, no. I am a quite a stone in the water. Besides, I have to finish drafting the contract our manager have assigned.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
10. Where did the man arrive
A. New York. B. London. C. Beijing.
11. When did the man arrive
A. At 12:00 p. m. B. At 11:00 p. m. C. At 11:30 p. m.
12. What is not inside the man’s bag
A. His wallet. B. His passport. C. His membership cards.
13. What will the woman do next
A. Call the man back within an hour.
B. Cancel the card with the credit company.
C Ask others to find the bag.
【答案】10. B 11. C 12. B 13. A
【解析】
【原文】W: How may I help you, sir
M: I left my bag on Flight MA754 last night.
W: So what happened last night
M: Well, I was on the flight from New York to London that landed at 11:30 p.m. We were delayed half an hour in New York so that when we eventually landed, I was so tired. But I accidentally left my dark blue bag on the plane.
W: Okay, can you tell me what is inside that
M: Quite a few things actually, not my passport of course, so I would never have got out of the airport. My wallet is inside. There’s also my credit card and some membership cards. Luckily I put my ID card in my pockets so it wasn’t lost.
W: Have you informed the police about the loss of the credit card
M: Yes, and I also cancelled the card with the credit company.
W: Right, now what I’ll do is consult from the lost and found office if it is found. I’ll call you back within an hour and tell you what the situation is.
M: Ok, thank you.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
14. What is the woman doing
A. Hosting a program.
B. Having her bicycle repaired.
C. Conducting a market survey.
15. What did Mr. Smith do before opening the bicycle shop
A. He repaired bicycles. B. He served as a consultant. C. He worked as a salesman.
16. Why did the man open a bicycle shop
A. He wanted to be his own boss.
B. He found it more profitable.
C. He didn’t want to be in too much debt.
17. What do we learn about the people working in the shop
A. They work five days a week.
B. They are all the man’s friends.
C. They are paid by the hour.
【答案】14. A 15. C 16. A 17. B
【解析】
【原文】W: Good morning, and welcome to today’s Business TV. Today we have Mr. John Smith, who has just established a bicycle shop. Tell us, Mr. Smith, what made you want to run your own store
M: Well, I always loved racing bikes and fixing them. When I was working full-time as a salesman for a big company, I seldom had time to enjoy my hobby. I knew then that as soon as I had enough money to get my own business going, I’ll do it. I had my heart set on it and I didn’t let anything stand in my way. When I went down to the bank and got a business loan, I knew I’d love being my own boss. Now my time is my own. I open the store when I want and leave when I want.
W: You mean you don’t keep regular hours
M: Well, the sign on my store says the hours are ten to six, but if business is slower than usual, I can just lock up and take off early.
W: Have you hired any employees to work with you yet
M: Yeah, some of my friends who love biking as much as I do. They help me out a few days a week.
W: Thank you, Mr. Smith. We wish you success in your new business.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。【此处可播放相关音频，请去附件查看】
18. Who may be the speaker
A. A presenter. B. An author. C. A doctor.
19. What do we know about George Alagiah
A. He died of cancer in 2014.
B. He revealed millions of ordinary people’s life.
C. He received better NHS screening for bowel (肠) cancer.
20. What will be probably discussed next
A. Ann Little’s adventure. B. George Alagiah’s whole life. C. Some interesting stories.
【答案】18. A 19. B 20. B
【解析】
【原文】Hello there, the journalist and presenter as well as author, our colleague, George Alagiah has died. He was 67. He was diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2014 and in recent years used his voice to champion better NHS screening for the disease. In many ways, he was a pioneer in British broadcast journalism. Born in Sri Lanka, he was one of the first people of color working for a major UK broadcaster to report extensively on the part of the world that became known as the Global South, shining a light on the ordinary lives of millions of people, especially perhaps in Africa whose everyday lives were often ignored or relegated to the inside pages of newspapers. The BBC director general Tim Davies said today that George was more than just an outstanding journalist. Audiences could sense his kindness, empathy and wonderful humanity. Our special reporter Ann Little now looks back at a brilliant life of storytelling and adventure.
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题 2. 5 分，满分37. 5 分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
The best places for wild sleeping in England and Wales
Challacombe Meadows, Devon
Best for: privacy
Challacombe Meadows is close to miles of walking trails near Widecombe. Basic toilet facilities and running water are a short walk away, and there’s a cosy pub and a farm shop also nearby, for when it’s time to return to civilization. Tents from 45 per tent.
Bush Farm, Cornwall
Best for: freedom of choice
At Bush Farm, campers are offered the freedom of choice. Map in hand, you can put up your tent wherever you please. Days can be spent wild swimming, wandering through the countryside and, come the evening, there’s star gazing beneath ink-black skies. Tents from 12 per person.
The Wildman Woods, Carmarthenshire
Best for: life on the riverbanks
At this little-known site, you can put your tent on the banks of the River Sawdde. The Wildman Woods are as simple as they sound, with leafy pitches scattered among the trees near the water. During the day, it’s the perfect place for a paddle. Tents from 10 per person.
Penrhos Isaf Bothy, Gwyned
Best for: packing light
Bothies, simple huts traditionally used as mountain refuges that are open to all and free of charge. They’re a great alternative to wild camping if the weather is looking unstable and you don’t mind sharing with other travellers, who can arrive at any time.
21. Which place best suits people who emphasize private camping
A. Challacombe Meadows, Devon. B. Bush Farm, Cornwall.
C. The Wildman Woods, Carmarthenshire. D. Penrhos Isaf Bothy, Gwyned.
22. What can campers do at Bush Farm, Cornwall
A. Swim indoors. B. Go to the pub. C. Appreciate stars. D. Walk downtown.
23. What do the listed places have in common
A. They are free of charge.
B. They are suitable for a paddle.
C. They were used as mountain shelters in the past.
D. They are favored by people enjoying wild sleeping.
【答案】21. A 22. C 23. D
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了四个最适合野外露营的地方。
【21题详解】
细节理解题。根据Challacombe Meadows, Devon部分中“Best for privacy(最保护隐私)”可知，Challacombe Meadows, Devon最适合那些强调隐私的人。故选A。
【22题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段“Days can be spent wild swimming, wandering through the countryside and, come the evening, there’s star gazing beneath ink-black skies.(白天可以在野外游泳，在乡间漫步，到了晚上，在漆黑的天空下凝视星星)”可知，在此处是野外游泳，并且可以乡间漫步，夜间还可以观星。故选C。
【23题详解】
细节理解题。根据标题“The best places for wild sleeping in England and Wales(英格兰和威尔士最适合野外睡觉的地方)”可知，列出的地方的共同点是都受到喜欢野外睡觉的人的喜爱。故选D。
B
The daughter of a romantic poet and occasional freedom fighter, Ada Lovelace had a famous but absent father. She never knew Lord Byron, as just weeks after her birth in 1815, he divorced her mother Isabella Milbanke Byron and left to fight in the Greek War of Independence. In an effort to prevent Ada from developing her father’s unpredictable temper, Isabella decided that her daughter should devote her life to study.
Ada studied hard despite the fact that society did not encourage women pursuing interests in science. Her life changed when she met inventor Charles Babbage at a party. As he demonstrated a working section of his mechanical calculator, Ada was taken in by how it worked and wanted to know more. Impressed by the 17-year-old’s obvious passion, Babbage became her tutor. Ada married in 1835 and became a mother, but she continued to take an active interest in study, socialising in intellectual circles with the likes of Charles Dickens and Michael Faraday.
Ada stayed in contact with Babbage, who in 1837 had proposed a new machine, the analytical engine. In 1843, Ada was asked to translate a French text written by engineer Luigi Menabrea about Babbage’s new design. After completing the translation, Ada was encouraged by Babbage to write her own notes on his work.
After nine months of hard work, Ada presented Babbage with a detailed list of notes that was three times longer than the original article. In her calculations, Ada wrote what are considered the first ever computer algorithms to be used in a new type of machine. She essentially provided the first ideas for computer programming in what was a groundbreaking proposal on the potential of computers.
Ada died of cancer aged only 36 and her work was largely recognised until the 1950s when her notes were republished. In 1979 the US Department of Defence named a programming language ‘Ada’ in her honour.
24. What can we learn about Ada from the first paragraph
A. She had a devoted father. B. Her mother raised her up alone.
C. She had an unpredictable temper. D. Her parents divorced before her birth.
25. Who aroused her interest in mathematics and computer engineering
A. Charles Dickens. B. Michael Faraday.
C. Luigi Menabrea. D. Charles Babbage.
26. Which words can best describe Ada
A. Modest and outgoing. B. Talented and diligent.
C. Generous and considerate. D. Determined and independent.
27. What can be inferred from the last paragraph
A. Ada’s notes were published only once.
B. Ada named a programming language after herself.
C. Ada earned a reputation nearly a century after her death.
D. Ada’s work was largely recognized when she was alive.
【答案】24. B 25. D 26. B 27. C
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇记叙文。文章主要介绍了计算机先驱Ada Lovelace的个人经历以及所取得的成就。
【24题详解】
细节理解题。根据第一段中“She never knew Lord Byron, as just weeks after her birth in 1815, he divorced her mother Isabella Milbanke Byron and left to fight in the Greek War of Independence.(她从未见过拜伦勋爵，因为1815年她出生几周后，拜伦勋爵就与她的母亲伊莎贝拉·米尔班克·拜伦离婚，参加了希腊独立战争)”可知，Ada从未见过自己的父亲，她是由母亲独自抚养长大的。故选B。
【25题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中“Her life changed when she met inventor Charles Babbage at a party. As he demonstrated a working section of his mechanical calculator, Ada was taken in by how it worked and wanted to know more. Impressed by the 17-year-old’s obvious passion, Babbage became her tutor.(当她在一次聚会上遇到发明家查尔斯·巴贝奇时，她的生活发生了变化。当他演示他的机械计算器的工作部分时，艾达被它的工作原理迷住了，想知道更多。巴贝奇被这个17岁女孩明显的热情所打动，成为了她的导师)”可知，是Charles Babbage改变了她的生活，激起了她对数学和计算机工程的兴趣。故选D。
【26题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段“Ada studied hard despite the fact that society did not encourage women pursuing interests in science.(尽管社会不鼓励女性追求科学兴趣，艾达还是努力学习)”可知，Ada 在学习上很刻苦，以及第四段中“In her calculations, Ada wrote what are considered the first ever computer algorithms to be used in a new type of machine. She essentially provided the first ideas for computer programming in what was a groundbreaking proposal on the potential of computers.(在她的计算中，艾达写出了被认为是有史以来第一个用于新型机器的计算机算法。她提出了计算机编程的第一个想法，这是一个关于计算机潜力的开创性建议)”可知，她在笔记中提出了计算机编程的第一个想法，是一个关于计算机潜力的开创性建议，说明她极有天赋。故选B。
【27题详解】
推理判断题。根据第一段中“She never knew Lord Byron, as just weeks after her birth in 1815, he divorced her mother Isabella Milbanke Byron and left to fight in the Greek War of Independence.(她从未见过拜伦勋爵，因为1815年她出生几周后，拜伦勋爵就与她的母亲伊莎贝拉·米尔班克·拜伦离婚，参加了希腊独立战争)”以及最后一段“Ada died of cancer aged only 36 and her work was largely recognised until the 1950s when her notes were republished.(艾达死于癌症，年仅36岁，直到20世纪50年代，她的笔记被重新出版，她的工作才得到广泛认可)”可推知，她出生于1815年，1950年她的笔记被重新出版，也就是她死后快一个世纪的时候，她的贡献才广为人知，选C。
C
One of the most curious features of the modern world is the manner in which design has been widely transformed into something meaningless. But I want to argue design should be the crucial block on which the human environment is shaped and constructed for the betterment and delight of all.
Not surprisingly, in the absence of widespread agreement about its significance and value, much confusion surrounds design practice. In some subject areas, authors can assume common ground with readers. Other subject areas can be so difficult that ho such mutual understanding exists.
Design sits uncomfortably between these two extremes. As a word it is common enough but it is full of disharmony, has innumerable manifestations (表现), and lacks boundaries that give clarity and definition. As a practice, design generates vast quantities of material, much of it ephemeral, only a small proportion of which has sustained quality.
So how can design be understood in a meaningful sense Design is one of the basic characteristics of what it is to be human, and an essential determinant of the quality of human life. If things are a necessary part of our existence, why are they often done so badly There is no simple answer. Cost factors are sometimes advanced, but the remove between doing something well or badly can be exceedingly small, and cost factors can in fact be reduced by appropriate design inputs.
This book is based on a belief that design matters profoundly to us all in innumerable ways and represents an area of huge, underutilized potential in life. It sets out to explore some reasons why this is so and to suggest some possibilities of change. The intention is to extend the range of what is understood by the term, and examine the depth of design practice as it affects everyday life in a diversity of cultures.
28. What is paragraph 2 of the text mainly about
A. The causes of confusion. B. The significance of design.
C. The differences in subjects. D. The common ground in people.
29. What does the underlined word “ephemeral” in Paragraph 3 mean
A. Meaningful. B. Enormous. C. Short-lived. D. Hard-wearing.
30. What do we know about design
A. Design is just about arts or trends.
B. Cost factors account for inadequate design.
C. The author argues that design is meaningless .
D. Very few are incapable of improvement by proper design.
31. What is the book aimed at
A. Reducing design inputs. B. Persisting in meaningful design practices.
C. Denying previous conception of design. D. Clarifying the confusion surrounding design.
【答案】28. A 29. C 30. D 31. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了对设计的正确解读和如何追求更好的设计。
【28题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第二段“Not surprisingly, in the absence of widespread agreement about its significance and value, much confusion surrounds design practice. In some subject areas, authors can assume common ground with readers. Other subject areas can be so difficult that ho such mutual understanding exists.(毫不奇怪，在缺乏对其意义和价值的广泛认同的情况下，围绕着设计实践的许多困惑。在某些主题领域，作者可以假定与读者有共同点。其他学科领域可能非常困难，不存在这样的相互理解)”可知，文章第二段主要讲的是困惑的原因。故选A。
【29题详解】
词句猜测题。根据划线词下文“only a small proportion of which has sustained quality (只有一小部分具有持久的质量)”可推知，划线词“ephemeral”的意思是“短暂存在的”，作为一种实践，设计产生了大量的材料，其中大部分是短暂的。故选C。
【30题详解】
推理判断题。根据第四段“Design is one of the basic characteristics of what it is to be human, and an essential determinant of the quality of human life. If things are a necessary part of our existence, why are they often done so badly There is no simple answer. Cost factors are sometimes advanced, but the margin between doing something well or badly can be exceedingly small, and cost factors can in fact be reduced by appropriate design inputs. (设计是人类生活质量的基本特征之一，也是人类生活质量的基本决定因素。如果事物是我们存在的必要组成部分，为什么它们经常做得如此糟糕？没有一个简单的答案。成本因素有时是先进的，但把事情做得好或做得不好之间的差距可能非常小，而成本因素实际上可以通过适当的设计投入来降低)”可推知，很少有产品不能通过适当的设计进行改进。故选D。
【31题详解】
细节理解题。根据最后一段“The intention is to extend the range of what is understood by the term, and examine the depth of design practice as it affects everyday life in a diversity of cultures.(目的是扩大这个术语的理解范围，并研究设计实践的深度，因为它影响着不同文化的日常生活)”可知，本书旨在坚持有意义的设计实践。故选B。
D
The sales pitches tempt: Blue-light-blocking glasses are supposed to protect eyes from the effects of short-wavelength light emitting from our smartphones, computer screens and LED lights. Given how much time we spend on our devices, this sounds like a smart investment, right After all, eye strain is a real issue and can lead to poor sleep and even eye diseases. The glasses can cost $15 all the way up to several hundred dollars. But do they work
Elizabeth Esparaz, an ophthalmologist (眼科专家) based in Cleveland, Ohio, says the science that manufacturers share as they promote these glasses can be confusing. For starters, blue light is not just about tech devices, and it’s not always bad. “The sun emits a much higher intensity of blue light than human-made devices, of course, and it’s actually beneficial,” says Dr. Esparaz. It helps our mood, alertness and sleep-wake cycle.
The problem is blue light at night: It contains the release of melatonin. “Melatonin helps regulate our circadian rhythms (生理节奏) and makes us sleepy,” says Dr. Esparaz.
So, in theory, wearing blue-light-blocking glasses should help people who watch movies in bed or read from a tablet at night avoid sleeplessness. A 2021 review study from the University of Oklahoma that looked at 24 previous studies found that people affected by sleep disorders, jet lag and shift work fell asleep faster after using these glasses.
As for eye strain, a 2021 Australian study showed that those wearing the glasses did not experience less eye strain than those using clear glasses. And a 2018 review study, also by Australian researchers, found insufficient evidence that they prevent certain eye diseases.
“These glasses aren’t going to be harmful,” says Dr. Esparaz, But, she adds, a lack of standardization in the industry means there’s no way to know if one pair is better than another. A more reliable solution: Turn on the blue-light-filtering function on your devices and limit screen time before bed. To help with eye strain, Dr. Esparaz suggests taking breaks and using lubricating eye drops.
32. What is Dr. Esparaz’s attitude toward business publicity
A. Unclear. B. Dismissive. C. Approving. D. Doubtful.
33. What can we learn about blue light from the first two paragraphs
A. It can be beneficial. B. It may facilitate sleep.
C. It actually causes health issues. D. It merely comes from digital devices.
34. Australian studies found that wearing blue-light-blocking glasses_________.
A. helps prevent eye disease B. are not harmful to eyesight
C. contributes to no less eye strain D. benefits those with sleep disorders
35. What might be the best title of this passage
A. Blue-light-blocking Glasses: Your Best Choice
B. Blue-light-blocking Glasses: Good or Bad
C. Blue-light-blocking Glasses: A Good Business
D. Blue-light-blocking Glasses: Smart and Cool
【答案】32. D 33. A 34. C 35. B
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章通过提出问题—分析问题—提出解决方案的方式解答了蓝光眼镜是否能够起作用，并给出具体应对措施。
【32题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段“Elizabeth Esparaz, an ophthalmologist (眼科专家) based in Cleveland, Ohio, says the science that manufacturers share as they promote these glasses can be confusing. (总部位于俄亥俄州克利夫兰市的眼科医生伊丽莎白·埃斯帕拉兹说，制造商在推广这些眼镜时所分享的科学知识可能会让人感到困惑)”可推知，商家宣传的理论是受到质疑的。故选D。
【33题详解】
推理判断题。根据第二段““The sun emits a much higher intensity of blue light than human-made devices, of course, and it’s actually beneficial,” says Dr. Esparaz (“当然，太阳发出的蓝光强度比人造设备要强得多，而且它实际上是有益的，” 埃斯帕拉兹博士说)”可推知，太阳散发出的蓝光是有益的。故选A。
【34题详解】
细节理解题。根据第五段 “As for eye strain, a 2021 Australian study showed that those wearing the glasses did not experience less eye strain than those using clear glasses. (至于眼睛疲劳，2021年澳大利亚的一项研究表明，戴眼镜的人并不比戴透明眼镜的人经历的眼睛疲劳小)”可知，戴蓝光眼镜并不会减少眼疲劳。故选C。
【35题详解】
主旨大意题。根据第一段“The sales pitches tempt: Blue-light-blocking glasses are supposed to protect eyes from the effects of short-wavelength light emitting from our smartphones, computer screens and LED lights. Given how much time we spend on our devices, this sounds like a smart investment, right After all, eye strain is a real issue and can lead to poor sleep and even eye diseases. The glasses can cost $15 all the way up to several hundred dollars. But do they work (销售宣传很诱人：防蓝光眼镜应该可以保护眼睛免受智能手机、电脑屏幕和LED灯发出的短波光的影响。考虑到我们在设备上花费的时间，这听起来是一项明智的投资，对吧？毕竟，眼睛疲劳是一个真正的问题，它会导致睡眠不佳甚至眼疾。这种眼镜的价格从15美元到几百美元不等。但它们真的有效吗？)”结合文章通过提出问题-分析问题-提出解决方案的方式解答了蓝光眼镜是否能够起作用，并给出具体应对措施。由此可知，文章谈论了蓝光眼镜好坏的问题，B选项“防蓝光眼镜：好还是坏”最符合文章标题。故选B。
第二节(共5 小题;每小题 2. 5分，满分12. 5分)
阅读下面短文, 从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Self-Improvement
Life can be a whirlwind of responsibilities and stress, but the right focus goes a long way towards ensuring you become a better person. ____36____ Keep reading to learn how you can go about your self-improvement journey.
____37____ Everyone needs something to live for, so think about what you want in life. Not only can struggling for something make you a happier and better person, but it can also help you find your purpose. Use a pen and paper and write down the short and long-term goals you would like to achieve.
Forgiving yourself and others can help you improve relationships. To be a better person, it’s important to have a go at forgiving any hatreds you’re holding. Allow yourself time to forgive your past mistakes and recognize what they’ve taught you. ____38____You may not be able to forget what they’ve done, that’s okay, but forgiveness can give you peace of mind.
Everyone has flaws, but you can concentrate on improving yours. Notice how your behavior and attitude affect others. Are people generally happy or sad around you ____39____
Answering these questions and analyzing your interactions with them can help you discover and perfect your weaknesses.
Imagine what someone’s been through can give you a new perspective. Empathy is one of the first steps to being a better person because it builds your compassion. Not only does cultivating empathy help you be more sensitive toward other people, but it also helps you form lasting relationships and feel less isolated. ____40____
A. Do friends come to you for help or advice
B. Then, forgive those who have hurt you in the past.
C. Are people around you talented in improving themselves
D. Learning from one’s mistakes is a step to forgiving oneself.
E. Positive aspirations can give you something to thrive for.
F. Being empathic helps you gain a friend while challenging your perspective.
G. There’s something you can do every day to better yourself in different ways.
【答案】36. G 37. E 38. B 39. A 40. F
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了自我提升的一些好的建议。
【36题详解】
根据上文“Life can be a whirlwind of responsibilities and stress, but the right focus goes a long way towards ensuring you become a better person.(生活可能是一场责任和压力的旋风，但正确的关注对确保你成为一个更好的人有很大帮助)”以及后文“Keep reading to learn how you can go about your self-improvement journey.(继续读下去，学习如何开始自我提升之旅)”可知，上文提到了成为更好的人，后文介绍如何开始自我提升，G选项中better yourself对应上文a better person。故G选项“你每天都可以做一些事情，以不同的方式让自己变得更好”符合语境，故选G。
【37题详解】
根据后文“Everyone needs something to live for, so think about what you want in life. Not only can struggling for something make you a happier and better person, but it can also help you find your purpose. Use a pen and paper and write down the short and long-term goals you would like to achieve.(每个人都需要为之而活，所以想想你在生活中想要什么。为某件事奋斗不仅能让你变得更快乐、更好，还能帮助你找到自己的目标。用纸和笔写下你想要实现的短期和长期目标)”可知，本段讲的是设置目标，E选项中Positive aspiration something to thrive for与本段的something make you a happier and better person 相呼应，故E选项“积极的抱负能给你带来成长的动力”符合语境，故选E。
【38题详解】
根据上文“Allow yourself time to forgive your past mistakes and recognize what they’ve taught you.(给自己一点时间来原谅过去错误，并认识到它们教会了你什么)”以及后文“You may not be able to forget what they’ve done, that’s okay, but forgiveness can give you peace of mind.(你可能无法忘记他们做过的事，这没关系，但宽恕可以让你内心平静)”可知，空前提到让自己有时间原谅你过去的错误，并认识到它们教给你的东西，后面提到也许你可能无法忘记他们做了什么，但宽恕可以让你内心平静，故可知，本句是在建议学会原谅，故B选项“然后，原谅那些在过去伤害过你的人”符合语境，故选B。
【39题详解】
根据上文“Everyone has flaws, but you can concentrate on improving yours. Notice how your behavior and attitude affect others. Are people generally happy or sad around you (每个人都有缺点，但你可以集中精力改善自己的缺点。注意你的行为和态度如何影响他人。你周围的人通常是快乐还是悲伤？)”可知，空前提到你周围的人通常是快乐的还是悲伤的，空后提到回答这些问题并分析与他们之间的互动可以帮助您发现和完善您的弱点。故可推断，空白处应该与朋友之间的互动有关，故A选项“朋友会向你寻求帮助或建议吗？”符合语境，故选A。
【40题详解】
根据上文“Not only does cultivating empathy help you be more sensitive toward other people, but it also helps you form lasting relationships and feel less isolated.(培养同理心不仅能帮助你对他人更敏感，还能帮助你建立持久的关系，减少孤独感)”可知，空前所提到的培养同理心不仅能够帮助你对他人更加敏感，还能帮助你建立更加持久的关系，减少孤立感，可是此处是在讲培养同理心的好处，故F选项“同理心可以帮助你在挑战自己观点的同时获得朋友”符合语境，故选F。
第三部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题 1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
By the time I was a junior at Yale, I’d already met everyone I cared to know. I also knew those I didn’t want to know, including Maxey. He and I were like planets in different ____41____ .
Everything changed dramatically when we had a field trip for a weekend. Although I was____42____, I could get along well with others except Maxey who still made me____43____. I couldn’t think of anything to say to him. When he walked up to me and stuck out his hand, I just ____44____ it quickly. We stood awkwardly for a few minutes. When someone tried to get my attention, Maxey politely ____45____. That last morning, when we discussed how to return home, he insisted I ride home on the back of his motorcycle. I said I thought it was a terrible ____46____ and I wanted to refuse, but Maxey ____47____ a helmet at me. ” I wanted to give you a____48____. You didn’t seem to like me. I want you to like me.” he said. Maxey started up the____49____ and we roared out of the driveway. The bike ____50____down the highway. I____51____ my arms around him and held on for dear____52____. Maybe our friendship started from that day.
We were now both 60, but my ____53____ with him remained strong. I was sure if I was in ____54____, Maxey would be there for me. I was ____55____sure that if he wanted my help, I would give it without hesitation.
41. A. districts B. countries C. venues D. orbits
42. A. lovely B. ordinary C. shy D. brave
43. A. nervous B. happy C. sad D. doubtful
44. A. observed B. shook C. waved D. ignored
45. A. backed off B. went on C. bounced off D. stepped forward
46. A. opinion B. position C. idea D. decision
47. A. aimed B. shot C. directed D. threw
48. A. service B. lift C. journey D. tour
49. A. truck B. car C. bike D. motorcycle
50. A. screamed B. rolled C. slipped D. wheeled
51. A. stretched B. wrapped C. raised D. opened
52. A. friend B. parents C. life D. love
53. A. cooperation B. bond C. privilege D. interval
54. A. harmony B. control C. relief D. trouble
55. A. equally B. eventually C. typically D. secretly
【答案】41. D 42. C 43. A 44. B 45. A 46. C 47. D 48. B 49. D 50. A 51. B 52. C 53. B 54. D 55. A
【解析】
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲的是作者和Maxey从毫无交集到发展出深厚友谊的故事。
【41题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：他和我就像不同轨道上的行星。A. districts地区；B. countries国家；C. venues场所；D. orbits轨道。根据上文“I also knew those I didn’t want to know, including Maxey”可知，刚开始作者是不想认识Maxey的，结合“planets in different”可知，此处表示作者和Maxey就像不同轨道上的行星，表示他们是很不一样的人。故选D。
【42题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：虽然我很害羞，但我能和别人相处得很好，除了Maxey，他仍然让我紧张。A. lovely可爱的；B. ordinary普通的；C. shy害羞的；D. brave勇敢的。根据上文“Although”和下文“I could get along well with others except Maxey”可知，此处表示虽然“我”是害羞的人，但是却可以和别人相处得好。故选C。
【43题详解】
考查形容词词义辨析。句意：虽然我很害羞，但我能和别人相处得很好，除了Maxey，他仍然让我紧张。A. nervous紧张的；B. happy高兴的；C. sad伤心的；D. doubtful怀疑的。根据下文“I couldn’t think of anything to say to him”可知，作者不知道该跟Maxey说什么，因此Maxey让作者感到紧张。故选A。
【44题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：当他走向我并伸出手时，我只是迅速地握了握手。A. observed观察；B. shook握手；C. waved挥手；D. ignored忽视。根据上文“When he walked up to me and stuck out his hand”可知，Maxey走上前来伸出手，是想和作者握手，作者就很迅速地和他握了握手。故选B。
【45题详解】
考查动词短语辨析。句意：当有人试图引起我的注意时，Maxey礼貌地退后了。A. backed off退后；B. went on继续；C. bounced off弹开；D. stepped forward向前进。根据上文“When someone tried to get my attention”和politely可知，当有人试图引起作者的注意时，Maxey礼貌地退后了。故选A。
【46题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我说我认为这是一个糟糕的主意，我想拒绝，但Maxey向我扔了一个头盔。A. opinion观点；B. position位置；C. idea主意；D. decision决定。根据上文“he insisted I ride home on the back of his motorcycle”可知，这是Maxey提出的一个主意，作者觉得不好，想要拒绝。故选C。
【47题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我说我认为这是一个糟糕的主意，我想拒绝，但Maxey向我扔了一个头盔。A. aimed瞄准；B. shot射击；C. directed指导；D. threw扔。根据下文“a helmet at me”可知，Maxey给作者扔了一个头盔。故选D。
【48题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我想载你一程。A. service服务；B. lift搭载；C. journey旅程；D. tour旅游。根据上文“he insisted I ride home on the back of his motorcycle”可知，Maxey提出作者坐在他的摩托车后面一起回家，所以是想载作者一程，空格处意为“搭载”。故选B。
【49题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：Maxey发动摩托车，我们呼啸着驶出车道。A. truck卡车；B. car汽车；C. bike自行车；D. motorcycle摩托车。根据上文“he insisted I ride home on the back of his motorcycle”可知，Maxey是骑摩托车载作者回家。故选D。
【50题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：摩托车在高速公路上呼啸而下。A. screamed尖锐刺耳的声音；B. rolled滚动；C. slipped滑倒；D. wheeled推，拉。根据上文“we roared out of the driveway”可知，Maxey骑摩托车骑得很快，所以是在高速公路上呼啸而下，也就是发出尖锐刺耳的声音。故选A。
【51题详解】
考查动词词义辨析。句意：我紧紧地抱住他，拼命地抓着他。A. stretched伸出，伸长；B. wrapped用（手臂、指头或腿）围紧；C. raised提高；D. opened打开。根据上文“we roared out of the driveway. The bike ____10____down the highway”和下文“my arms around him”可知，摩托车开得很快，作者肯定要抓紧Maxey，空格处意为“用（手臂、指头或腿）围紧”。故选B。
【52题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我紧紧地抱住他，拼命地抓着他。A. friend朋友；B. parents父母；C. life生活；D. love爱。根据上文“we roared out of the driveway. The bike ____10____down the highway”和“I____11____ my arms around him and held on”可知，摩托车开得很快，作者拼命地抓住Maxey，for dear life是固定短语，意为“拼命地”。故选C。
【53题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：那时我们都60岁了，但我和他的关系依然很紧密。A. cooperation合作；B. bond关系；C. privilege特权；D. interval间隔，间隙。根据下文“Maxey would be there for me”可知，作者和Maxey的关系很紧密。故选B。
【54题详解】
考查名词词义辨析。句意：我确信如果我有麻烦，Maxey会在我身边。A. harmony和谐；B. control控制；C. relief宽慰，轻松；D. trouble麻烦。根据上文“my ____13____ with him remained strong”和下文“Maxey would be there for me”可知，作者和Maxey关系紧密，所以作者确信一旦作者有麻烦，Maxey一定会在作者身边。故选D。
【55题详解】
考查副词词义辨析。句意：我同样确信，如果他需要我的帮助，我会毫不犹豫地给予帮助。A. equally同样地；B. eventually最终；C. typically通常；D. secretly秘密地。根据上文“I was sure if I was in ____14____, Maxey would be there for me”和下文“if he wanted my help, I would give it without hesitation”可知，作者确信如果作者有麻烦，Maxey会在作者身边，作者也同样确信，如果他需要作者的帮助，作者会毫不犹豫地给予帮助。故选A。
第二节(共10小题;每小题1. 5分, 满分15分)
阅读下面短文, 在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Hangzhou is recognized as the “City of Well-Being” in China. Hangzhou made its name ____56____(know) to the world in 2016 by hosting the G20 Summit. Blessed with pleasant cli- mate and few wars, Hangzhou has gradually formed ____57____(it) own urban character. ____58____busy Shanghai, you will slow down and relax once you are here. It seems that Hangzhou people don’t have many things to rush to in their ____59____(day) life. No wonder Hangzhou is expanding____60____(annual) by 500, 000 to 600, 000 people.
The lifestyle, however, was laid down by two historical men of letters. One was Bai Juyi, ____61____ rebuilt the West Lake and made a new bank____62____(benefit) the locals. People love him. When it comes to him, it doesn’t sound like one is talking about a person who ____63____(live) a thousand years ago. The other was Su Shi. His open-minded personality ____64____ diligence for his people left many much-told tales. Seemingly, _____65_____(mention) his name gives people joy even after a thousand years.
Surely, it will be even more brilliant in 2023 when it hosts the 19th Asian Games. Let’s look forward to it.
【答案】56. known
57. its 58. Unlike
59. daily 60. annually
61. who 62. to benefit
63. lived 64. and
65. mentioning
【解析】
【导语】这是一篇说明文。本文主要讲述了中国“最具幸福感城市”——杭州。描写杭州人的生活方式和对杭州的格局影响较大的两位历史人物——白居易与苏轼。
【56题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：2016年，杭州因举办二十国集团峰会而闻名世界。此处为make+宾语+宾补结构，且know与name构成被动关系，故用过去分词作宾补。故填known。
【57题详解】
考查代词。句意：杭州气候宜人，战争少，逐渐形成了自己的城市特色。修饰名词character应用形容词性物主代词its。故填its。
【58题详解】
考查介词。句意：不像繁忙的上海，一旦你来到这里，你会放慢脚步，放松一下。后跟名词作宾语，表示“不像”应用unlike，首字母大写。故填Unlike。
【59题详解】
考查形容词。句意：杭州人在日常生活中似乎没有太多事情要赶。修饰名词life应用形容词daily，作定语。故填daily。
【60题详解】
考查副词。句意：难怪杭州每年要增加50万到60万人口。修饰动词expand应用副词annually，作状语。故填annually。
【61题详解】
考查定语从句。句意：其中一位是白居易，他重建了西湖，并建造了一个新银行，以造福当地人。非限制性定语从句修饰先行词Bai Juyi，在从句中作主语，指人，故填who。
【62题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：其中一位是白居易，他重建了西湖，并建造了一个新的银行，以造福当地人。分析句子结构可知此处为不定式作目的状语，故填to benefit。
【63题详解】
考查时态。句意：说到他，听起来不像是在谈论一个生活在一千年前的人。根据后面的时间状语a thousand years ago可知为一般过去时。故填lived。
【64题详解】
考查连词。句意：他开明的性格和对人民的勤奋留下了许多广为流传的故事。结合前后文语境可知为并列关系，应用连词and。故填and。
【65题详解】
考查非谓语动词。句意：似乎，一千年后提起他的名字，人们也会感到高兴。此处作句子的主语应用动名词形式，故填mentioning。
第四部分 写作(共两节, 满分40分)
第一节(满分15 分)
66. 近年来，许多城市都流行兴建“口袋公园”，曾经的社区边角地摇身一变，成了家门口高颜值的小公园，给市民带来了惊喜。假定你是李华，你所在的城市也逐渐建了一些口袋公园，为此你校英文报社正在组织以“Pocket Parks in My Eyes”为主题的征文活动，请你撰写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
(1)简要介绍“口袋公园”；
(2)阐述“口袋公园”的好处；
(3)号召绿色生活方式。
注意：(1)写作词数应为80左右；
(2)可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Pocket Parks in My Eyes
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【答案】 Pocket Parks in My Eyes
“Pocket Parks” is a term that refers to small, urban parks created in limited spaces within the city.
Pocket parks bring numerous benefits to our community from various perspectives. Firstly, they contribute to the economy by attracting visitors and stimulating local businesses. Additionally, pocket parks play a vital role in improving the life quality of residents. These small paradises offer a welcome escape from our busy city life.
In conclusion, pocket parks have many advantages for our cities. Let us embrace a greener lifestyle and make use of these parks, appreciating the beauty of nature right at our doorstep.
【解析】
【导语】本篇书面表达属于说明文，要求考生以“Pocket Parks in My Eyes”为主题，写一篇短文投稿，参加学校英文报社的征文活动。
【详解】1.词汇积累
许多的：numerous→a number of
各种各样的：various→a variety of
首先：firstly→first of all
另外：additionally→moreover
2.句式拓展
简单句变复合句
原句：Firstly, they contribute to the economy by attracting visitors and stimulating local businesses.
拓展句：Firstly, they attract visitors and stimulate local businesses, which contribute to the economy.
【点睛】[高分句型1] “Pocket Parks” is a term that refers to small, urban parks created in limited spaces within the city. (运用了that引导的限制性定语从句)
[高分句型2] Let us embrace a greener lifestyle and make use of these parks, appreciating the beauty of nature right at our doorstep. (运用了现在分词作状语)
第二节(满分 25 分)
67. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
The emergency doctor stood at the foot of my husband’s hospital bed, holding the test results and a diagnosis — Acute Myeloid Leukemia (骨髓白血病). He said to my husband, “Well move you to the leukemia floor. You’ll be here at least a month. ”
A month! My mind started spinning. My mom had fought breast cancer. My aunt had lung cancer. Both had died. But neither had been in hospital for a month! Exactly how bad was my husband’s diagnosis And how were we going to struggle for a month It was March. The end of a school year was approaching. My days with my high school students were limited. How could I prepare four weeks of lesson plans and hand them over to a substitute teacher A month! Could we afford being in the hospital that long Our insurance was good, but we’d still have to pay our part of the medical expenses. My meals wouldn’t be covered, and parking was so expensive! My head couldn’t do the math. I drove home, filled with countless worries. Even though the parking pass would be a significant discount, I couldn’t help but feel bothered by the cost throughout the drive.
The next morning, I packed the car with everything needed for our hospital stay and headed to school to see my students. Because we live in a small community, they would have heard about my husband’s diagnosis. I would assure them that my husband would be fine, and that I would be fine, too. I’d encourage them to be their best selves for the substitute-and for me—while I was on family leave.
When I entered my classroom, the chatter stopped. I put on a smile and continued to my podium (讲台). Sitting on top was a green envelope with “Mrs. Sargent” written on it. I looked over the frames of my glasses at twenty-eight faces, some smiling, some trying to resist. “What is this ” I asked. I picked up the envelope, and continued, “You guys…”
注意：(1)续写词数应为150 左右;
(2)开头已给出。
Paragraph 1:
When I opened the envelope, coins and dollar bills fell out — fives, tens, twenties.
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Paragraph 2:
As an adult in the room, I felt guilty and unwilling to accept these teenagers’ hard-earned money, but I decided to accept it.
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【答案】 When I opened the envelope, coins and dollar bills fell out-fives, tens, twenties. At that moment, my throat tightened with emotion and I understood the meaning behind their excited faces. An overwhelming sense of pride from them washed over me. Should I take it My brain was spinning fast. Seeing the money that the students raised, I couldn’t help but wonder another question: How had these kids collected so much money I could even imagine the countless hours they had spent working odd jobs, determined to save every penny to help me. Therefore, deep within my heart. there was a firm voice. “I can’t take it ”
As an acult in the room, I felt guilty and unwilling to accept these teenagers hard-earned money, but I decided to accept it. I tightly held up the cash and my voice trembled as I told them how I was bothered by the cost of parking. “Kids, you just covered my parking cost for the month.” But that’s not the real reason why I accepted it. With tears of gratitude welling up in my eyes, I hugged each student tightly. More important than the envelope was the kindness in their hearts and the lesson they had taught themselves: how wonderful it feels to meet someone’s needs and to make a difference. Through their small act of kindness, these teenagers have shown me their growth and they are not ignorant children, but young individuals with wisdom and kindness in their hearts.
【解析】
【导语】本文以人物为线索展开，讲述了作者的丈夫检查出得了癌症，作者为接下来产生的各种费用感到忧心，当她回学校，鼓励她的学生要做最好的自己时，学生们自发的把自己的钱捐助给作者，让作者深深的感动。
【详解】1. 段落续写：
①由第一段首句内容“当我打开信封时，硬币和一美元的钞票从里面掉了出来——五元的、十元的、二十元的。”可知，第一段可描写作者看到这些钱时的内心活动。
②由第二段首句内容“作为房间里的成年人，我感到内疚，不愿意接受这些青少年辛苦赚来的钱，但我决定接受它。”可知，第二段可描写作者对学生这个善举的感谢。
2. 续写线索：丈夫得癌症——为费用感到担心——回学校看学生——学生捐钱给作者——内心纠结是否接受——决定接受——感悟。
3. 词汇激活
行为类
①筹集：collect/raise
②决定：determine/make up one's mind
③接受：accept/receive
情绪类
①激动的：excited/thrilled
②烦恼的：bothered/annoyed
【点睛】[高分句型1]Seeing the money that the students raised, I couldn’t help but wonder another question: How had these kids collected so much money (that引导的定语从句)
[高分句型2]More important than the envelope was the kindness in their hearts and the lesson they had taught themselves: how wonderful it feels to meet someone’s needs and to make a difference.(省略that的定语从句)
